Brookstone ROVER Quick start guide

Brand: Brookstone

Model: ROVER

Type: Quick start guide

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For ages 14+

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REPORTING FOR DUTY, SIR.

Now you’re

in command

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warnings and Cautions ........................................................ 3

Location of Controls ........................................................... 6

Control Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Made for Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Set Up........................................................................ 9

Inserting the Batteries ........................................................10

Camera Positioning...........................................................10

Power Up and Connect ....................................................... 11

Driving ......................................................................12

Driving Using Your Device’s Accelerometer.....................................16

Audio........................................................................16

Stealth Night Vision ..........................................................16

Camera......................................................................17

Zoom........................................................................17

Recording a Path.............................................................18

Reset........................................................................19

Care and Maintenance........................................................19

Speciﬁcations ................................................................20

Frequently Asked Questions .................................................. 21

Warranty.....................................................................25

suppliers other than Brookstone may provide their own warranties to the purchaser,

but Brookstone, in so far as permitted by law, provides these products “as is.”

This warranty does not apply to: a) damage caused by failure to follow instructions

relating to product’s use or the installation of components; b) damage caused by

accident, abuse, misuse, fire, floods, earthquake or other external causes; c) damage

caused by service performed by anyone who is not a representative of Brookstone;

d) accessories used in conjunction with a covered product; e) a product or part

that has been modified to alter functionality or capability; f) items intended to be

periodically replaced by the purchaser during the normal life of the product including,

without limitation, batteries or light bulbs; g) any product sold “as is” including, without

limitation, floor demonstration models and refurbished items; or h) a product that is

used commercially or for a commercial purpose.

BROOKSTONE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING

OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY

APPLICABLE LAW, BROOKSTONE DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL STATUTORY OR

IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES

OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND

WARRANTIES AGAINST HIDDEN OR LATENT DEFECTS. IF BROOKSTONE

CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, THEN

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ALL SUCH WARRANTIES SHALL BE

LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY.

Some states disallow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages

or how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not

apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other

rights, which vary from state to state.

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ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Brookstone

warrants this product against defects in materials and/or workmanship

under normal use for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase by the

original purchaser (“Warranty Period”). If a defect arises and a valid claim is received

within the Warranty Period, at its option, Brookstone will either 1) repair the defect

at no charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts, or 2) replace the product

with a new product that is at least functionally equivalent to the original product, or

3) provide a store credit in the amount of the purchase price of the original product.

A replacement product or part, including a user-installable part installed in accordance

with instructions provided by Brookstone, assumes the remaining warranty of the

original product. When a product or part is exchanged, any replacement item becomes

your property and the replaced item becomes Brookstone’s property. When a store

credit is given, the original product must be returned to Brookstone and becomes

Brookstone’s property.

Obtaining Service: To obtain warranty service, call Brookstone Limited Warranty Service

at 1-800-292-9819. Please be prepared to describe the product that needs service

and the nature of the problem. A purchase receipt is required. All repairs and

replacements must be authorized in advance. Service options, parts availability and

response times will vary. You are responsible for delivery and the cost of delivery of

the product or any parts to the authorized service center for replacement, per our

instructions.

Limits and Exclusions: Coverage under this Limited Warranty is limited to the United

States of America, including the District of Columbia and the U.S. Territories of

Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This Limited Warranty applies only

to products manufactured for Brookstone that can be identified by the “Brookstone”

trademark, trade name, or logo affixed to them or their packaging. The Limited

Warranty does not apply to any non-Brookstone products. Manufacturers or

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IF YOU READ NOTHING ELSE, READ THIS:

Download the Rover’s free App from iTunes

, attach Rover’s

antenna and insert its batteries.

Slide Rover’s power switch to “on” and when the blue LED

blinks, go to the Wi-Fi connection in the settings menu on

your device to sync.

Open the Rover App. The driving controls and live video will

appear on your device’s screen. You are now ready to ROLL!

ROVER QUICK START GUIDE

For more detailed instruction, check out the steps starting on page 9.

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• Your device is compatible with Rover:

iPod touch (2nd , 3rd and 4th generations)

iPhone 4

iPhone 3GS

iPhone 3G

iPad 2

iPad

Why does the audio on my Rover have feedback?

Your device may be too close to Rover or your volume setting may be too high.

Can I record video or audio with my Rover?

Rover captures still pictures only.

Why is my Rover not transmitting video?

Check the following:

• Rover is powered on.

• Your device’s Wi-Fi is turned on.

• Rover is selected as your Wi-Fi network on your device.

• Rover is within operating range.

• Batteries are not low.

CAUTION

• For ages 14 and up.

• Keep the Rover away from face, eyes and hair at all times. Keep fingers

away from wheels and trac-belts while they are in motion.

• Make sure there are no insurmountable obstacles or breakable objects

in the Rover’s path.

• Do not drop in, spray with or submerge unit in water.

CHOKING

WARNING: This product may contain small parts which may pose a choking

hazard to children.

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

• Dispose of the old batteries properly. Do not dispose of the old batteries

in a fire.

• Do not leave the batteries where a child or pet could play with or swallow

them. If the batteries are swallowed, contact a physician immediately.

• The batteries may explode if mistreated. Do not attempt to recharge or

disassemble the batteries.

• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type. Do not mix old and

new batteries, different types of batteries or rechargeable batteries of

different capacities.

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FCC INFORMATION FCC ID : ZRB719302

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject

to the following two conditions:

1) This device may not cause harmful interference.

2) This device must accept any interference received including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the

party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the

equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the

limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These

limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in

a residential installation. This unit generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency

energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause

harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause

harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Can I use multiple Rovers with the same device?

Yes, but not simultaneously.

Can I use my Rover outdoors?

Rover is not weather resistant. We recommend using Rover on a clean dry surface

if used outdoors.

What happens if I receive a phone call on my device while I am using my Rover?

If a phone call is received on your device while Rover is in use, the app will exit.

Use airplane mode on your device to avoid interruption.

Can I use my Rover with BlackBerry

or Android

devices?

No, not at this time.

Why can’t I sync my Rover to my device?

Check the following:

• App has been downloaded from the iTunes

App store to your device.

• Rover is powered on.

• Blue Connection LED is blinking (searching for Wi-Fi connection).

• Your device’s Wi-Fi is turned on.

• Rover is selected as your Wi-Fi network on your device.

• Rover is within operating range.

• Batteries are not low.

BlackBerry

, RIM

, Research in Motion

, and related trademarks, names and logos are the property of

Research in Motion Limited and are registered and/or used in the U.S. and countries around the world.

Android is a trademark of Google, Inc.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

It is taking a long time for the blue connection LED to blink to begin the

syncing process.

It can take up to 30 seconds for the blue connection LED to blink.

Why am I experiencing low quality video (freezing, discoloration)?

Rover may be beyond its maximum operating range, batteries may be low or the

antenna is not attached.

What is the maximum range of my Rover?

Rover will operate up to 200 feet unobstructed and up to 100 feet obstructed.

Maximum range will vary depending on the environment.

What is the battery life of my Rover?

Approximately 2.5 hours.

Why is my video black and white?

While in Stealth Night Vision mode, Rover transmits video in black and white.

Can I use multiple Rovers in the same area?

Yes. Each Rover has a unique SSID address (printed on the underside of the unit).

If there are multiple Rovers being used, the individual SSID addresses will appear

as Wi-Fi connections on your device. Select your Rover’s SSID address.

LOCATION OF PARTS AND CONTROLS (ROVER)

1. Antenna

2. Tank Body

3. Night Vision Light

4. Wheel (4)

5. Trac-Belt (2)

6. Camera

7. Microphone

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LOCATION OF PARTS AND CONTROLS (ROVER)

1. Antenna Port

2. Orange Power LED

3. Blue Connection LED

4. Battery Compartment

Access Screw (2)

5. Battery Compartment

6. Reset Button

7. On/Off Switch

8. SSID Number

Bottom

Top

SPECIFICATIONS

Weight: ......................................2.30 lbs

Dimension with Antenna:......................10.25" w x 7.75" l x 7.75" h

Battery:......................................6 x AA

Running time: ................................Approximately 2.5 hours

Distance: .................................... Approximately:

200 feet (unobstructed)

100 feet (obstructed)

Camera: ..................................... 320x240 @ 25 frame

per second

Wi-Fi supports: ...............................802.11b/g

Stealth Night Vision Lens: .....................850nm

iPod/iPhone/iPad not included. iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered

in the U.S. and other countries. “Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an

electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and

has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for

the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the

use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect wireless performance.

App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

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RESET

To reset the Rover, use the end of a paperclip to press the RESET button

for five seconds.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

• Turn the Rover off before cleaning.

• Wipe the Rover with a soft, dry cloth.

• Ensure there is no hair or lint caught between the rear or front wheels and

the drive shafts. Clean carefully with your fingers or a pair of tweezers.

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CONTROL LAYOUT (YOUR DEVICE’S TOUCH-SCREEN)

1. Driving Controls (4 Arrows)

2. Night Vision

3. Audio Volume

4. Play Path

5. Make Path

6. G-Drive

7. Information

8. Video Screen

9. Zoom In

10. Zoom Ratio

11. Camera

12. Zoom Out

Note: The control layout may not appear exactly as shown, depending upon your device.

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SET UP

DOWNLOADING FREE APP

Go to the iTunes

App Store

to download the Rover App.

ANTENNA

See the illustration below for

instruction on how to install

the Rover’s antenna.

Insert the Antenna in the Antenna

Port and twist the Antenna in a

clockwise manner until secure.

iPod touch (2nd , 3rd

and 4th generations)

iPhone 4

iPhone 3GS

iPhone 3G

iPad 2

iPad

MADE FOR iPod

/iPhone

/iPad

MODELS

Rover

RECORDING A PATH

The Rover can record up to 30 seconds of a driving route, and then repeat it all

by itself!

1. To record a path, press the Make Path

button and drive the Rover on the

route you want to record.

2. After you complete your route, press the Make Path

button again to save.

3. Press the Play Path

to play the recorded route and the Rover will

automatically drive the route you recorded – all by itself.

Note: If the Rover is reset, or the batteries are removed, the saved route

will be erased.

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CAMERA

The Rover can take snapshots! Press the camera to take a snapshot.

The photo will be saved in the Photos folder on your device.

ZOOM

To zoom in on a subject, press the on your device’s screen. To zoom

out, press the

INSERTING THE BATTERIES

1. Remove the BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVER by unscrewing the two access

screws on the cover with a small screwdriver.

2. Remove the cover and insert 6 AA batteries (included) according to the polarity

indicators inside the compartment.

3. Replace the BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVER and tighten the two screws

to secure.

Access

Screws

Battery

Compartment

Cover

CAMERA POSITIONING

Manually move the camera lens up and down to capture different angles of video.

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POWER UP AND CONNECT

1. Slide the Power switch on the bottom of the Rover to on. The ORANGE POWER

LED will illuminate. Wait approximately 30 seconds and the BLUE CONNECTION

LED will start to blink slowly.

LED STATE CHART

2. On your iPod touch

, iPhone or iPad device, go to Settings and turn Wi-Fi on.

The SSID address of your Rover (17 digits starting with AC13_) will appear as

an available connection.

Note: Each Rover has a unique SSID address (printed on the underside of the

unit). If there are multiple Rover’s being used, the individual SSID addresses will

appear as Wi-Fi connections on your device. Select your Rover’s SSID address.

3. Select the Rover to confirm the connection. Ensure there is a check mark to the

left of the SSID address and the Wi-Fi connection logo appears at the top of

your device’s screen.

4. Exit out of Settings and open the Rover App.

5. The BLUE CONNECTION LED will now revert from blinking to solid.

6. When your device’s screen shows the view from the Rover’s live-stream video

camera—you are ready to start exploring.

LE tate Represents

Orange Solid Power on

Blue Blinking Searching for and acquiring Wi-Fi connection

Blue Solid Rover app is open and Wi-Fi is connected

DRIVING USING YOUR DEVICE’S ACCELEROMETER

To turn on this function, press the button on your device’s screen.

The manual drive button graphics will disappear from your device’s screen.

To drive the Rover, tilt your device in the direction you would like to drive.

To turn this function off, press the

button, and the drive graphics will

reappear on your device’s screen.

AUDIO

The Rover can transmit audio to your device.

Press the

button and slide up and down to control the volume of audio

transmitting from the Rover to your device.

Note: The Rover will not transmit audio while it is in motion.

Audio is only accessible when Rover is stopped.

STEALTH NIGHT VISION

Press the button to turn the stealth night vision function on.

Press the

button again to turn the stealth night vision function off.

Note: When stealth night vision is on, the video is in black and white.

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• 360º circle to the left – Use the arrow button on the left of your device’s

screen and the

arrow button on the right of your device’s screen at the

same time

• 360º circle to the right – Use the

arrow button on the left of your device’s

screen and the

arrow button on the right of your device’s screen at the

same time

• Stop – Release all buttons and remove fingers from the screen

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DRIVING

• Drive Forward Straight - use both arrow buttons on your device’s screen

• Back Up Straight – Use both

arrow buttons on your device’s screen

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• Turn Right Driving Forward – Use the arrow button on the left of your

device’s screen

• Turn Left Moving Forward – Use the

arrow button on the right of your

device’s screen

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• Turn Right Driving Backward – Use the arrow button on the left

of your device’s screen

• Turn Left Moving Backward – Use the

arrow button on the right

of your device’s screen

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Brookstone ROVER Quick start guide

Brookstone ROVER Quick start guide

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